An important announcement
A note to free subscribers
Weekly Wrap-Up: Why I'm Shifting to Paid Stories — And How You Can Help
Hi friends,
As I celebrated my wedding anniversary this week, my husband gently reminded me of something important: I deserve to be paid for my work. Investigative journalism takes time, skills, gas money, and a whole lot of heart. I pour everything I have into bringing you stories that matter, especially in Lake Lure and Chimney Rock, where big decisions are being made that deserve a closer look.
Starting this weekend, I’ll be publishing exclusive stories on key votes and policies — and moving forward, these reports will be for paid subscribers only. To give everyone a chance to come along, I’m extending the free trial a little longer. But if you believe in what I’m doing, I hope you’ll take that next step and support this work.
Your subscription, at just $15/month, helps me continue and keeps this kind of journalism alive in our community.
💛 Click here to upgrade today.
Thank you for reading, sharing, and being part of this journey.
– Annie Dance
Cops & Congress
Producing high-quality, in-depth news takes significant resources. At Lake Lure News / Cops & Congress, facts come first, followed by in-depth commentary and analysis. Your subscription helps support independent journalism that brings you closer to the decisions shaping the community and ensures I can continue delivering the stories that matter most. (ICYMI: Six reasons to support my independent journalism)
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